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Citi Report: Jewelry Shines as US Luxury Shoppers Shift Spending Priorities

Amid a broader slowdown in US luxury spending, fine jewelry has emerged as a glimmering standout, according to a new report from Citigroup. Based on ...

Birthstone Feature: Elizabeth Taylor’s ‘Perfect’ Ruby Set an Auction Record in 2011

In celebration of July’s birthstone, we look back at one of the most iconic ruby jewels ever to hit the auction block: Hollywood icon Elizabeth ...

2024 Diamond Stats: Russia Leads in Volume and Value, Namibia Tops in Quality

Russia and Botswana once again led the world in rough diamond production in 2024, according to newly released statistics from the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme. ...

Dive Service Rescues 115-Year-Old Heirloom Wedding Ring From Texas Lake

A cherished 115-year-old wedding ring thought to be lost forever in a Texas lake has been miraculously recovered — thanks to the relentless efforts of ...

Music Friday: Chvrches’ ‘Make Them Gold’ Still Sparkles at 10-Year Mark

Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that sparkle with references to jewelry, gemstones or precious metals. Today, we’re revisiting a luminous synthpop anthem ...

Mughal Emerald Necklace Sells for $6.2 Million, Doubling Christie’s Estimate

Last week’s Magnificent Jewels sale at Christie’s New York dazzled collectors and historians alike, thanks in large part to the headline-grabbing success of the “Mughal ...

Platinum Hits 10-Year High at $1,330/Ounce; Rally Reflects 44% Gain This Year

Platinum is enjoying a powerful rally in 2025, recently topping $1,330 per ounce — a 10-year high and a 44% gain since the start of ...

China Announces ‘Supergiant’ Gold Discovery Worth $83B in Hunan Province

In a monumental development that could reshape the global gold industry, China announced the discovery of a “supergiant” gold deposit beneath the Wangu gold field ...

Rare Purple Diamond Unearthed at Diavik as Mine Nears 2026 Closure

As the Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada’s Northwest Territories enters the final stretch of its operational life, it continues to surprise with dazzling discoveries—none more ...

Music Friday: Michael Jackson’s Promise Ring Shines in ‘The Love You Save’

Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that sparkle with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals. Today, we rewind to 1970 and revisit a classic ...

Pittsburgh Airport Workers Go Extra Mile to Find Diamond Lost on Carousel B

For some, the dreaded Friday the 13th is a day to forgo big decisions and stay safely at home. For April Schmitt, the date now ...

647-Carat Brown Diamond Sparks Renewed Interest in Brazil’s Mining Potential

A 647-carat rough diamond, recently unearthed from the Douradinho riverbed in Brazil’s Minas Gerais state, has been confirmed as the second-largest diamond ever found in ...

Marie-Antoinette’s Storied Pink Diamond Heads to Auction Today at Christie’s NY

A dazzling artifact of royal history steps into the spotlight today at Christie’s New York, where the Magnificent Jewels sale will feature the extraordinary Marie-Thérèse ...

Dua Lipa Finally Confirms Engagement to Callum Turner, Reveals Ring’s Backstory

After months of sparkling speculation spawned by carefully framed Instagram posts, Dua Lipa has officially confirmed her engagement to British actor Callum Turner. The 29-year-old ...

Music Friday: Duawne Starling Sings His Wedding Vows in 2001’s ‘With This Ring’

Welcome to Music Friday, where we spotlight songs that celebrate jewelry, gemstones, or precious metals. Today, we shine a light on Duawne Starling’s heartfelt ballad, ...

Jack Abraham’s $10MM ‘Royal Ruby Collection’ Dazzles at JCK Las Vegas

Jewelry insiders at the JCK Luxury Show in Las Vegas this past weekend were treated to a rare and radiant experience: an in-person viewing of ...

Researchers Say Precious Metals From Earth’s Core Are ‘Leaking’ to the Surface

A groundbreaking study from researchers at Germany’s University of Göttingen has uncovered tantalizing evidence that the Earth’s molten metallic core — long thought to be ...

‘The Regent Kashmir’ Breaks Sapphire Price Record at Christie’s Hong Kong

A sapphire that made headlines 10 years ago has once again etched its name into the record books. Just last week, “The Regent Kashmir,” a ...

Why Chase Asteroids When Lunar Craters Hold a Fortune in Precious Metals?

A bold new study is reshaping how scientists and entrepreneurs think about space mining. According to recent research published in Planetary and Space Science, lunar ...

Things You Do for Love: Newlywed Dismantles BMW to Find Lost Diamond Ring

Love makes us do crazy things — like stripping a car interior down to the floorboard to find a diamond ring. That’s exactly what newlywed ...

Marie Antoinette’s $36.8 Million Pearl: A Natural Treasure With a Royal Past

As we celebrate June’s birthstone — the timeless and elegant pearl — we spotlight one of history’s most extraordinary jewels: Marie Antoinette’s natural pearl and ...

Music Friday: Lady Gaga’s ‘Blade of Grass’ Was Inspired by Her Own Love Story

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, we turn our spotlight ...

Paraíba Tourmalines, Black Diamonds Star in NY Liberty’s Championship Rings

When the New York Liberty clinched their long-awaited first WNBA championship in October 2024, they didn’t just make history — they inspired a masterpiece. The ...

Ancient Gold Ring Unearthed in Jerusalem Sheds Light on Coming-of-Age Rituals

A small gold ring set with a red gemstone — likely a garnet — has been unearthed in Jerusalem’s City of David, providing new insight ...

Legendary ‘Blue Belle’ Sapphire Returns to Auction Block at Christie’s New York

This June, one of the most storied gems in auction history will once again take center stage as Christie’s presents “The Blue Belle” — a ...

Music Friday: Lauv’s ‘Bracelet’ Is a Tender Tribute to a Love That Slipped Away

Welcome to Music Friday, when we spotlight songs that feature jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we’re revisiting Lauv’s poignant ...

Pope Leo XIV Gets Emotional Upon Receiving His Gold Fisherman’s Ring

As Pope Leo XIV received the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass on Sunday, May 18, he was visibly moved, pausing to gaze at the ...

Why Gen Z Is Saying Goodbye to Flashmobs and Embracing ‘Quiet Proposals’

The age of flashmob proposals, viral engagement stunts and extravagant surprise reveals may be drawing to a close — at least if Gen Z has ...

Travel Jewelry Trends and Tips: What the 2025 Jewelers Mutual Study Reveals

You’ve booked the flight, packed your favorite outfits, and picked the perfect accessories — but should your best jewelry make the trip? A new study ...

Pope Leo XIV to Get His Fisherman’s Ring at Sunday’s Inauguration Ceremony

As the world turns its eyes to St. Peter’s Square this Sunday, a centuries-old tradition will unfold before a global audience. During his inauguration Mass ...

‘The Mediterranean Blue’ Diamond Lives Up to Pre-Auction Hype, Fetches $21MM

The 10.03-carat “Mediterranean Blue” lived up to its pre-auction hype at Sotheby’s Geneva on Tuesday, selling for an impressive $21.3 million following a fast-paced, live-streamed ...

2,000 Carats of Historic Emeralds to Highlight Christie’s Mughal Jewels Sale

Nearly 2,000 carats of historic Colombian emeralds will be in the spotlight on June 17, as Christie’s New York presents “Magnificent Mughal Jewels: Property from ...

Alrosa Unearths 468-Carat Gem-Quality Diamond, the Largest in Russian History

Mining giant Alrosa just announced the discovery of the largest gem-quality diamond ever unearthed in Russia. The remarkable 468.30-carat rough diamond, described as a “fancy ...

Music Friday: Lainey Wilson Eyes a Diamond and a ‘Duck’ in ‘Counting Chickens’

Country music’s reigning queen of storytelling, Lainey Wilson, delivers a whimsical heartfelt ballad in “Counting Chickens,” the ninth track off her 2024 album Whirlwind. In ...

Hikers Discover Hidden Trove of Gold Coins and Jewelry in Czech Republic

Two hikers traversing the Krkonoše Mountains in northeastern Czech Republic recently unearthed a remarkable stash of gold coins and jewelry — hidden for nearly a ...

Study: Magnetars Rewrite the Story of How Gold and Heavy Metals Came to Be

For centuries, gold has symbolized wealth, beauty and permanence. But its origins lie not just in the Earth’s crust or the ingenuity of ancient metalworkers ...

Shiny ‘Candy Wrapper’ Turns Out to Be a 3.81-Carat Diamond at Arkansas Park

What looked like a shiny piece of litter turned out to be a once-in-a-lifetime treasure for one Minnesota man at Arkansas’s Crater of Diamonds State ...

Music Friday: Inspired Jason Mraz Hopes ‘You Win Prizes Shining Like Diamonds’

Welcome to Music Friday, where we highlight feel-good songs that feature jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in their lyrics or title. This week, we revisit ...

The 37.8-Carat Chalk Emerald Is a Regal Example of May’s Official Birthstone

A stunning representation of May’s official birthstone, the 37.8-carat Chalk Emerald stands out for its unparalleled combination of size, clarity, lush green hue and royal ...

Performance Artist Hatches Unique Strategy for Raising Engagement Ring Funds

Ham, a 30-year-old performance artist from Maryland, has been garnering attention across major cities for his unique method of raising funds to buy an engagement ...

Jewelry Shines Bright With Mother’s Day Spending Expected to Hit $6.8B in 2025

Mother’s Day 2025 is shaping up to be another strong season for jewelry sales, according to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation (NRF) ...

Pope Francis’s Silver Ring Reflected His Commitment to Humility and Modesty

When Jorge Mario Bergoglio became Pope Francis in 2013, he immediately signaled a new papal era — one rooted in humility, modesty and simplicity. Nowhere ...

Music Friday: Gwen Stefani Compares Blake Shelton to a Sapphire in ‘Rare’

Welcome to Music Friday when we spotlight songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the lyrics or title. Today, we’re visiting Gwen Stefani’s heartfelt ...

16-Million-Year-Old Ant Preserved in Amber Shines Light on Evolutionary History

In the world of gemology, few treasures rival the rarity and allure of a flawless diamond. But for entomologist Gianpiero Fiorentino, an equally thrilling find ...

Bridal Jewelry Spending in 2025 Ticks Up to $5,493 as Buyers Prioritize Quality

The average amount US consumers are spending on bridal/engagement jewelry has increased to $5,493 in 2025, up 2% from 2023, according to new research released ...

Jake Ferguson Proposes to Haley Cavinder With Oval-Cut Diamond Ring

The jewelry world is buzzing over a breathtaking new ring reveal, and it comes courtesy of one of sports and social media’s most glamorous couples. ...

Elbow-Deep in Devotion: How Plumber Rescued 3-Carat Ring from the Depths

When Garden City, ID, resident Noelle Storey accidentally flushed her 3-carat marquise-cut diamond engagement ring down the toilet, the newlywed’s hopes of ever seeing it ...

Music Friday: ‘You Can Always Put a Diamond on Her Hand, ‘Til You Can’t’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fabulous songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, country music star ...

Gold Price Soars to Record $3,350 as Investors Flock to Safe Haven Asset

A mixed bag of geo-political and economic factors helped drive the price of gold to an all-time high of $3,350 per ounce yesterday, reflecting a ...

‘The Golconda Blue’ Could Make Auction History at Christie’s Geneva This May

All eyes will be on “The Golconda Blue” on May 14 as the largest fancy vivid blue diamond ever to appear at auction goes under ...

Alrosa Unveils 100+ Carat ‘New Sun,’ Russia’s Largest Polished Colored Diamond

Russian mining giant Alrosa recently revealed the “New Sun,” a radiant, 100-plus-carat, fancy vivid yellow diamond that now ranks as the largest polished colored diamond ...

‘Cosmic Splendor’ Dazzles at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC

On Friday, April 11, the American Museum of Natural History unveiled “Cosmic Splendor: Jewelry from the Collections of Van Cleef & Arpels,” a glittering new ...

Music Friday: Diamonds Play Starring Role in Rolling Stones’ ‘Play With Fire’

Welcome to Music Friday, when we feature classic songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, we rewind to 1965 ...

GIA-Led Team Unlocked the Secrets of ‘Winston Red’ Before Smithsonian Debut

Before the Winston Red Diamond took its place as the dazzling centerpiece of a new exhibit at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History on ...

Tiny Hand, Timeless Treasure: 3-Year-Old Girl Unearths 3,800-Year-Old Amulet

In the rolling hills near Beit Shemesh, Israel, where the echoes of ancient civilizations still linger, the discovery of a 3,800-year-old scarab amulet has captivated ...

‘Kat Florence Lumina’ Tourmaline to Headline Bonhams’ Hong Kong Auction

Billed as the world’s largest flawless Paraiba tourmaline, the 181.61-carat “Kat Florence Lumina” is expected to make a splash at Bonhams’ auction on May 22 ...

Rare 158-Carat Yellow Diamond Unearthed as Remote Diavik Mine Nears Closure

In a twist of geological poetry, Rio Tinto’s Diavik Diamond Mine in Canada’s remote Northwest Territories has delivered one of its most exceptional finds yet ...

Music Friday: Aretha Franklin Admits She ‘Wouldn’t Mind a Little Diamond Ring’

In 1964, a 22-year-old Aretha Franklin declared in a song called “One Room Paradise” that she didn’t need to live in the lap of luxury ...

Wonder of Love: How Denos Vourderis Gave His Wife the World’s Biggest Ring

Love stories come in all shapes and sizes, but few can rival the grand romantic gesture of Denos Vourderis, a hardworking immigrant who made good ...

Marjorie Merriweather Post: ‘My Blue Diamond Is Prettier Than That Other One’

In honor of April’s official birthstone, we present the fascinating backstory of the historic and well-traveled “Blue Heart Diamond,” a 30.62-carat stunner that Smithsonian benefactor ...

‘The Regent Kashmir’ and ‘The Regal Ruby’ to Share Spotlight at Christie’s HK

“The Regent Kashmir” and “The Regal Ruby” are set to share the spotlight at Christie’s Magnificent Jewels live auction in Hong Kong on May 27. ...

LA Dodgers’ 2024 World Series Rings Celebrate 8th Title With Hidden Surprise

The Los Angeles Dodgers received their 2024 World Series Champion rings during an on-field ceremony prior to the team’s opening day contest against the Detroit ...

Music Friday: As She Turned 50, Kylie Minogue Proclaimed, ‘Everyone Is Golden’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fabulous songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Aussie songstress Kylie ...

British Tech Company Bets on Space as Best Place to Grow ‘Perfect’ Diamonds

Leveraging an environment free from Earth’s atmospheric contaminants, British tech company Space Forge aims to develop “perfect” diamond crystals in space.By operating in space, Space ...

Uncle Sam Diamond, Subway Chain Owe World of Gratitude to Dr. Peter Buck

What do the Uncle Sam Diamond and the Subway sandwich chain have in common? They both owe a world of gratitude to Dr. Peter Buck.In ...

Tallulah Willis Says Engagement Ring Has the Lines of Ancient Greek Amphora

Sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting for. That’s certainly the sentiment of Tallulah Willis, who turned to Instagram on Saturday to gush ...

10-Carat Fancy Vivid Blue Diamond Could Fetch $20MM at Sotheby’s Geneva

“The Mediterranean Blue,” a 10.03-carat Fancy Vivid Blue diamond, is expected to fetch upwards of $20 million as the headliner of Sotheby’s High Jewelry Sale ...

Music Friday: Kids of ‘One Voice’ Choir Sing, ‘Shine Bright Like a Diamond’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you inspirational songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, the talented members ...

Ancient Jewelers Used Diamond-Tipped Tools to Drill Beads 2,000 Years Ago

In modern times, diamond-tipped tools, such as drill bits, burrs and saw blades, are used to carve and shape gemstones due to their exceptional hardness ...

800-Year-Old Gem-Set Ring Once Worn by Medieval Bishop to Hit Auction Block

A rare gem-set ring once worn by a bishop in medieval England is set to hit the auction block at Noonans Mayfair in London on ...

Lunar Lander Is Second Ever to Witness ‘Diamond Ring Effect’ From the Moon

As skygazers in North America were enjoying the spectacle of a total lunar eclipse late Thursday night, a lunar lander captured the same eclipse — ...

Music Friday: Thai Star Ploychompoo Sings, ‘You’ve Got Me Cut Like a Diamond’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you fun songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, the Thai-German pop ...

Lady Gaga’s Fiancé Proposed to Her With Blade of Grass AND a Huge Diamond

Lady Gaga revealed on Tuesday’s episode of the Howard Stern Show how her now-fiancé Michael Polansky proposed to her with a simple blade of grass ...

NYC Transit Workers Rescue Irreplaceable 18-Karat Ring From Subway Grate

New York City Transit workers recently came to the aid of a distraught woman who had accidentally dropped an irreplaceable 18-karat gold ring into a ...

How Decoys, Diversions Ensured Safe Passage of 3,106-Carat Cullinan Diamond

On January 26, 1905, Captain Frederick Wells was conducting a standard inspection of the Premier Mine in South Africa about 18 feet below the surface ...

Archaeologists Discover 2,600-Year-Old ‘Pot of Gold’ at Karnak Temple in Egypt

A team of Egyptian and French archaeologists recently unearthed a 2,600-year-old “pot of gold” at Karnak Temple near Luxor, Egypt. The most remarkable item extracted ...

Music Friday: Tony Bennett Eyes a Diamond Bracelet, But All He Can Give Is Love

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you nostalgic songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today’s tune, “I Can’t ...

Scientists Identify Meteoric Composition of 2,700-Year-Old Burial Jewelry

New analysis of 26 jewelry artifacts unearthed 60 years ago at early Iron Age graveyards in Poland — and stored unceremoniously at the Częstochowa Museum ...

Al Roker’s Daughter, Leila, Shares Pics of Her New Pear-Shaped Diamond Ring

Leila Roker, the daughter of The Today Show‘s affable weatherman Al Roker, is sporting a pear-shaped diamond engagement ring after accepting a romantic marriage proposal ...

Prized for Millennia, Nephrite Jade Is the World’s Toughest Natural Mineral

In the world of gemstones, hard and tough are two very different things. While diamond may be the hardest material known to man, when rating ...

Smithsonian’s ‘Dom Pedro’ Aquamarine Is the Masterwork of Bernd Munsteiner

Beaming with star power, the obelisk-shaped, fantasy-cut “Dom Pedro” aquamarine is one of the top attractions at the National Museum of Natural History in Washington, ...

Music Friday: ‘True Love Is a Golden Ring,’ Sings Country Star Alan Jackson

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you inspirational songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, country music legend ...

Colin Jost Searches 12 Dumpsters for Wife Scarlett Johansson’s $400K Ring

Saturday Night Live: Weekend Update anchor Colin Jost recently recounted how he spent a day dumpster diving in an effort to rescue a $400,000 diamond ...

At Least 3 Museums Are Vying for Botswana’s 2,488-Carat ‘Motswedi’ Diamond

Lucara CEO William Lamb hinted in a recent interview with South Africa’s Financial Mail that the second-largest diamond ever discovered — the 2,488-carat Motswedi — ...

Music Friday: The Beatles Tell Story of Desmond Jones’s 20-Carat Golden Ring

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you great throwback songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Paul McCartney ...

Winston Red, 40 Other Fancy-Color Diamonds to Make Their Smithsonian Debuts

On Tuesday, April 1, the Winston Red Diamond and 40 other fancy-color diamonds will make their debuts at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History ...

MSCHF Quickly Sells Out of Candy Rings With Lab Diamond Surprise Inside

A Brooklyn-based art collective famous for its irreverent product drops instantly sold out of its limited-edition candy rings featuring a 75-point lab-grown diamond hidden inside.Reminiscent ...

Survey: Diamond Shoppers Are Choosing Larger, Higher Priced Center Stones

US jewelry consumers are choosing larger, higher-priced diamond center stones for their engagement and fashion rings, according to a newly released report produced by the ...

Birthstone Feature: Perot Museum Visitors Get to ‘Crack Open’ Amethyst Geode

In honor of February’s official birthstone, we introduce you to the massive “Grape Jelly” amethyst geode, one of the most popular attractions at the Perot ...

Music Friday: Elton John’s Broken Heart Grows Cold in 2001’s ‘Dark Diamond’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you wonderful songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, Elton John tries ...

Lucara Sells Two Massive Karowe Mine Diamonds for a Combined $54 Million

Lucara Diamond Corp. has completed the sale of two massive diamonds from its famous Karowe Mine in Botswana for the eye-popping sum of $54 million.The ...

270,000 Crafted Beads Help Tell Story of High-Status Women 5,000 Years Ago

More than 270,000 expertly crafted beads recovered from a tomb in southern Spain provide valuable insights into the social status of women on the Iberian ...

New Survey: These Are the Top-Rated US Cities for Romantic Proposals

If you’ve already secured the ring and you’re researching a spectacular place to pop the question this Valentine’s weekend, check out the list of US ...

On Mars, NASA’s Perseverance Rover Collects Stone Unlike Anything Ever Seen

About 140 million miles away on the surface of Mars, NASA’s Perseverance rover recently collected a four-billion-year-old specimen “unlike anything ever seen.” Scientists hope the ...

Music Friday: Rising Star Waylon Wyatt Is Pining for His ‘Arkansas Diamond’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you exciting, new tunes with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. Today, rising star ...

Let’s Look Back at the Super Bowl Rings Amassed by the Chiefs and Eagles

With Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs vying for an unprecedented Super Bowl three-peat against Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles this Sunday at ...

Dua Lipa Seems to Confirm Engagement Rumors With Recent Ring Post

Three-time Grammy winner and style icon Dua Lipa treated her 87 million Instagram followers to a closeup view of what seems to be a boho-chic ...

Kim Rix Relaunches Gemstone Tours With Focus on Ethics and Sustainability

Gemstone Detective Kim Rix, the London-based author of eight travel guides for gem enthusiasts, is relaunching her Gemstone Tours with a renewed focus on ethics ...

Propose With Onion Ring to Earn Chance to Win $10K to Buy Real Diamond Ring

Red Robin restaurant enthusiasts who pop the question during Valentine’s weekend using one of the chain’s signature onion rings can enter a contest to win ...

Music Friday: Bob Dylan Is Back in the Limelight and So Is ‘Diamond Ring’

Welcome to Music Friday when we bring you awesome songs with jewelry, gemstones or precious metals in the title or lyrics. With legendary singer-songwriter Bob ...